Old Town Travel Guide
Southampton





Visit Old Town
Stay near popular Old Town attractions
Top hotels in Old Town

The Star Hotel
"Lovely staff and very convenient location, on site parking definitely very useful. However, in room decor could do with some basic maintenance. My friend in room 67 had a cracked shower pan and the wallpaper was peeling very significantly. The latter could be fixed easily, but the former is a hygiene ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
"It was a long check in, very hot was greeted with water and ice pops!! Great staff, helpful, and inviting!! We will definitely stay again!!"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Moxy Southampton
"Couple of problems initially, we were given the key to an already occupied room. We also were given a coupon for a drink, at our last Most hotel in Paris, that allowed for a small beer or wine, or a soda. Here it only covered a pre-mixed front desk cocktail, so if not your scene, you are out of luck ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

The Winchester Hotel & Spa
"Excellent breakfast and breakfast staff!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
"Reception staff were good, but concierge and some staff at Leo’s restaurant were lacking. Bathroom plumbing was very confusing so having a shower seemed impossible. Hotel was in a good location."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Novotel Southampton
"Breakfast was excellent! Staff were extremely helpful, and courteous. I would like to mention Catherine from the reception for her help explaining how to take the train from Southampton to London."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Old Town

Southampton City Centre
The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Ocean Village Marina or Harbour Lights Picturehouse might round out your trip.

Maritime Quarter
If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Harbour Lights Picturehouse are top sights worth seeing.

The Polygon
While there might not be top attractions in The Polygon, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southampton Cruise Terminal and Mayflower Theatre.

Ocean Village
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Ocean Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Ocean Village Marina or Harbour Lights Picturehouse.

Freemantle
If you're spending some time in Freemantle, Southampton Cruise Terminal and River Test are top sights worth seeing.




















